You can change the dimensions of a project in Photoshop by using the crop tool to re-crop your artwork.
Changing Dimensions Using the Crop Tool
The primary way to adjust your project's dimensions involves using the Crop Tool. Here's how to do it:
- Select the Crop Tool: Locate the Crop Tool in your toolbar. The shortcut key to activate it is the C key.
- Re-crop Your Image: Click and drag to define a new crop area and therefore a new size for your image. Photoshop will resize the canvas according to your re-crop.
| Method | Description | Shortcut |
|---|---|---|
| Crop Tool | Allows you to resize the canvas and artwork by cropping the image to the desired dimensions. | C |
Why Use the Crop Tool for Resizing?
The Crop Tool is a convenient method for resizing your canvas when you need to quickly change the dimensions of your project. The reference shows this tool as a way to change canvas size:
"But that's okay and you can just proceed another way to change your canvas. Size is to re-crop. So the crop tool over here in your tool panel the shortcut key is C. Allows you to re-crop. Your artwork".
